Learn why Delaware is the great City it is and meet your local government in person through our City of Delaware Citizens’ Academy. Go behind the scenes and learn the structure of city government and more. You already live in one of Ohio’s best hometowns; now you can learn how it works, and make it even better!

The Citizens Academy is a FREE series of in-person classes designed to provide an inside look at City of Delaware government, departments and services.

In each class, City staff and elected officials will provide an in-depth look at how our local government functions. Students will go on facility tours, learn all about how different departments operate, and get face to face time with department directors.

Eligibility

The Citizens Academy is open to City of Delaware residents or individuals who work in the City of Delaware. Applicants are requested to attend all sessions.

Registration

All seats have been reserved for the 2024 Academy.

2024 Citizen's Academy Schedule

All sessions 6-8 p.m., unless otherwise noted

Session 1 Thursday, Feb. 15 – City Manager-Council Form of Government
Session 2 Thursday, February 29 – City Attorney/City Prosecutor; Economic Development
Session 3 Thursday, March 14 – Finance-Budgets-Taxes
Session 4 Thursday, March 28 – Public Works and Transportation
Session 5 Wednesday, April 10 - Public Utilities Wastewater Plant
Session 6 Thursday, April 11 - Public Utilities Water Plant
Session 7 Saturday, April 20 – Fire Department
Session 8 Thursday, May 2 – Parks
Session 9 Thursday, May 16 – Police (Justice Center)
Session 10 Thursday, May 30 – Planning (Council chambers)
Graduation Monday, June 10 – 6:30 p.m. – (Council chambers)